bsmphilly.com Topics: larry farnesehttp://www.bsmphilly.com/topics/larry-farnese/?utm_medium=RSS2014-04-02T20:53:07+00:00Aker Navy Shipyard must change its course2014-04-02T20:53:07+00:00Frank Keel, For the Timeshttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2014/apr/2/aker-navy-shipyard-must-change-its-course/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p>When a shipbuilder gladly accepts a gift of $42 million in Pennsylvania taxpayer dollars to keep itself afloat, then turns around and hires out-of-state workers with that windfall, it&rsquo;s time to change course.</p> <p>Recently, more than 200 members of Local People, Local Jobs, a coalition composed of blue-collar working men ...Neighborhood news in brief for the week of March 52014-03-04T18:08:29+00:00Ali Eaveshttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2014/mar/4/neighborhood-news-brief-week-march-5/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p><b>Maritime Academy Charter School chosen as buyer for Douglas building</b></p> <p>The School District of Philadelphia has chosen Maritime Academy Charter School as the potential buyer for the former Stephen Douglas High School building in Port Richmond, the district announced last Wednesday.</p> <p>The charter school has been leasing the building and ...Neighborhood news in brief for the week of March 52014-03-04T18:08:29+00:00Ali Eaveshttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2014/mar/4/neighborhood-news-brief-week-march-5/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p><b>Maritime Academy Charter School chosen as buyer for Douglas building</b></p> <p>The School District of Philadelphia has chosen Maritime Academy Charter School as the potential buyer for the former Stephen Douglas High School building in Port Richmond, the district announced last Wednesday.</p> <p>The charter school has been leasing the building and ...Lawmakers propose gay marriage bill2014-01-15T17:49:25+00:00Northeast Times Staffhttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2014/jan/15/lawmakers-propose-gay-marriage-bill/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p>Three Greater Philadelphia state senators last week talked up bills that would allow same-sex marriage in Pennsylvania and also ban landlord and employer discrimination against gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender persons. Speaking at a City Hall news conference, state Sens. Daylin Leach, Mike Stack and Larry Farnese urged Republican leaders ...Rep. Taylor calls for mandatory ‘illegal carry’ penalty—two years2013-04-17T13:08:00+00:00Sam Newhousehttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2013/apr/17/7154-rep.-taylor-calls-for-mandatory-%E2%80%98illegal-carry%E2%80%99-penalty%E2%80%94two-years.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p>In 2012 there were 334 homicides recorded in Philadelphia, 85 percent committed of them by handgun, said Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams at a recent press conference announcing new gun law legislation.</p> <p>And worst of all, Williams said, is the fact that none of the shooters was legally carrying their ...It’s almost election time: meet your local candidates!2012-10-24T12:28:00+00:00Sam Newhousehttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2012/oct/24/6148-it%E2%80%99s-almost-election-time:-meet-your-local-candidates!.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p><strong>Race: 1st District in the State Senate; runs from South Philly through Fishtown, Northern Liberties and Kensington.</strong><em></em></p> <p><strong><em>Candidate: Larry Farnese, Democrat</em></strong></p> <p><em>Background</em>: Farnese, 44, an attorney who lives in Center City, was elected in 2008.<em></em></p> <p><em>Priority if Re-elected</em>: Job creation. Farnese was involved in the Southport Marine Terminal Project at ...River Ward events for the week of September 52012-09-05T16:03:00+00:00Star Staffhttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2012/sep/5/5885-river-ward-events-for-the-week-of-september-5.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p><strong>Port Richmond Tigers news</strong></p><p>Last call for &ldquo;tot soccer,&rdquo; for girls and boys ages 4 to 6. Sign up by Sept. 7 at the clubhouse, 2423 E. Ann St. </p><p>Tickets are also on sale for the Tigers&rsquo; 2012 annual sports banquet. It will be held Thursday, Sept 20 at 6 p.m. ...River Ward events for the week of August 222012-08-22T12:31:00+00:00Star Staffhttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2012/aug/22/5807-river-ward-events-for-the-week-of-august-22.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p><strong>Thanks from the Port Richmond Tigers</strong></p><p>The Port Richmond Tigers wish to thank everyone who helped to make the 24th annual Sean Daily Tournament a big success. The &ldquo;Sean Daily&rdquo; has become more than just a sports tournament; it has become a major neighborhood event for people of all ages. The ...Local legislators urge Port Richmond to get involved2012-02-22T11:51:00+00:00Emily Brookshttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2012/feb/22/4716-local-legislators-urge-port-richmond-to-get-involved.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p>&ldquo;There are two things you can be: part of the problem or part of the solution,&rdquo; Michael Blackie, leader of Port Richmond West CAN (Community Action Network), reminded his members as they trickled into the Firm Hope Baptist Church last Wednesday evening.</p> <p>The agenda included a discussion of community development ...Ax the School Reform Commission, lawmakers say2011-09-14T13:46:00+00:00Tom Waringhttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2011/sep/14/3745-ax-the-school-reform-commission-lawmakers-say.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p>The School Reform Commission has no accountability, says state Sen. Mike Stack, and he wants to abolish the five-member panel.</p> <p>That lack of accountability, according to Stack (D-5th dist.), has contributed to a gigantic budget deficit and other woes plaguing the School District of Philadelphia.</p> <p>&ldquo;The School Reform Commission has ...Squilla comes up big in South Philly2011-05-25T11:44:00+00:00Hayden Mitmanhttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2011/may/25/3097-squilla-comes-up-big-in-south-philly.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p>In a hotly contested race for City Council&rsquo;s 1<sup>st</sup> Councilmanic District, South Philly resident Mark Squilla came through with a victory over fellow Democrats Vern Anastasio, Jeff Hornstein and Joe Grace in the May 17 primary.</p> <p>With no challenge coming from the Republicans, Squilla is set to take over for ...Four way fight to take 1st unfolds on Tuesday2011-05-11T14:20:00+00:00Brian Rademaekershttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2011/may/11/3042-four-way-fight-to-take-1st-unfolds-on-tuesday.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p>With its expansive footprint in South Philadelphia, sizable chunk of Center City&rsquo;s eastern flank and a crooked hook that reaches up through the river wards and all the way into the Lower Northeast, the 1st Councilmanic District has long been a coveted piece of political geography.</p> <p>In the 16 years ...Farnese backs bill to revive medical marijuana in PA2011-05-05T12:08:00+00:00Hayden Mitmanhttp://www.bsmphilly.com/2011/may/5/3033-farnese-backs-bill-to-revive-medical-marijuana-in-pa.html/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS<p> State Senator Larry Farnese (D-1<sup>st</sup> dist.) was part of a group of state legislators that introduced a bill last Tuesday in Harrisburg that would legalize medical marijuana use in Pennsylvania. </p><p>It&rsquo;s a controversial topic, but, during an interview held Thursday, April 28, Farnese said his support of the bill ...